Hump-Nose Rhinoplasty Case from Kowon Plastic Surgery: Correcting a Severely Crooked Nasal Bridge and Drooping Nose Tip at Once

Hello, this is Dr. Kim Hyeong-taek, director of Kowon Plastic Surgery.

When you came in for a consultation, you were very concerned about the flaws of your hump nose.

The middle of your nasal bridge stood out, leaving the profile uneven, and the tip had drooped, making your nose look long. Overall, your face gave off a shadowy, somewhat gloomy impression.

For this type of nose, simply shaving down the protruding bone in the center through a standard hump-nose correction will inevitably leave something to be desired.

Only by carefully adjusting the angle of the nose tip and the overall length can the look truly be improved.

We smoothed the raised bone and cartilage to create a clean foundation for the profile. While keeping a masculine, sturdy structure, we set a straight line as the base design without overdoing it.

To lift the drooping nose tip, we appropriately used cartilage repositioning and cartilage suturing to change the direction the tip had been pointing downward.

We then built strong support by placing a sturdy strut between the cartilages, using our own know-how at Kowon, so the tip would not droop again over time.

We were especially careful not to make the impression too strong or stiff. We based the design on a straight line but added a subtle curve only at the tip, so the look would be soft and stylish, like the idol-inspired style many men request these days. We carefully refined the hump-nose correction with that in mind.

Side view of the nose before and after surgery, taken lying down: the hump on the bridge looks smoothed into a straighter line.

As a result, the overly long proportions were naturally balanced. The sharp, heavy impression was softened, and the result is a much brighter, cleaner look that still keeps the masculine appeal intact.

These days, the trend is moving away from hump-nose surgeries that aim for a high, perfectly straight line simply because it is a men's procedure. Since every face has its own character, we can finish the design with a wide variety of lines tailored to each person. Feel free to visit Kowon Plastic Surgery, and we will guide you with care.

[Related Case]

The case we'd like to share this time is of a male patient whose hump had become especially pronounced after an external impact in the past, and whose nasal bridge had also bent to one side.

The crooked nose was a major cosmetic concern for him. However, because the internal septal cartilage was bent as well, he was also suffering from serious functional problems, including severe nasal obstruction.

In addition, the internal nasal cartilages had separated from each other, making the nose tip look blunt and the glabella (the area between the brows) look relatively low and sunken.

During surgery, we first smoothed the protruding bone and cartilage on the nasal dorsum to correct the hump.

Next, we firmly sutured the separated nasal tip cartilages to narrow the width and create a slimmer tip. We then stably grafted septal cartilage to firmly build up the height of the tip.

For the glabella, which looked relatively low, we carefully micro-grafted finely minced autologous cartilage harvested during the procedure. This completed a nasal bridge line that flows naturally without any visible borders.

After surgery, the nasal bridge that had been twisted to one side was straightened, and his overall look transformed into a more refined and masculine impression.

The wide, flattened nose tip and nostril shape were also refined into a sleek, three-dimensional form. His stuffy nose was resolved cleanly too, and he was very satisfied with the outcome.

Hump-nose rhinoplasty is not simply about removing tissue. It is a precise design process that corrects the proportions of the entire face and the airway at the same time.

Hump-nose rhinoplasty is not simply about shaving down the protruding bone.

It is a delicate surgery that requires considering multiple factors together: the proportions of the nasal bridge and tip, internal structural issues, and the line that suits each person's face.

Especially in men's rhinoplasty, the key is not to pursue a uniform height at all costs, but to delicately preserve the charm of the profile while also addressing functional issues such as a crooked nose or septal deviation.

Drawing on extensive clinical experience, Kowon Plastic Surgery handles everything responsibly, from consultation and surgery through aftercare, to create structure and natural beauty that stays steady over time.

If a hump or crooked nose is causing you concerns about your appearance or function, please feel free to visit Kowon Plastic Surgery anytime. Through a one-on-one personalized consultation, we will help you find the right line together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is hump-nose rhinoplasty simply a procedure of shaving down bone?

No, it is not simply a surgery that shaves off the protruding bone. According to the post, it is a precise procedure that requires considering a combination of factors, including the proportions of the nasal bridge and tip, internal structure, and the line that suits each individual's face.

How is a drooping nose tip corrected?

The tip was corrected by appropriately combining cartilage repositioning and cartilage suturing to redirect the tip that had been pointing downward. The post also explains that a sturdy support strut was placed between the cartilages to create structural support so the tip does not droop again.

Can a hump nose and a crooked nasal bridge be corrected together?

In the case shared in the post, both the hump and the nasal bridge that was bent to one side were corrected together. The protruding bone and cartilage on the nasal dorsum were smoothed to correct the hump, and the twisted nasal bridge was straightened, as shown in the results.

Does a deviated septum cause nasal obstruction?

Yes. The post explains that when the septal cartilage is bent, functional problems such as severe nasal obstruction can occur. In the case described, the stuffy nose problem was resolved after surgery, and the patient was very satisfied.

What kind of line is used in men's hump-nose rhinoplasty?

The post explains that rather than a high, strictly straight line, the basic design preserves a masculine structural feel and keeps the line straight without overdoing it. A subtle curve may be added at the tip to create a soft, stylish impression.